...typographus Although it had always been previously thought that the most likely pathway for the beetle to reach the UK was via imported wood or wood packaging a new hypothesis...
...and recycle tree shelters and guards. Newly planted trees in tree guards at the Forest of Dean. Credit: Forestry England 2. Build protective fencing The drop in temperature and the...
...pandemic somewhat tolerable. The trees offered relief from anxiety and depression; every time I was there I felt as though they were pillars, holding me up during that difficult period....
...scheme for great crested newts, has created valuable new habitat. Heavy machinery being used to clear a pond filled with scrub. Credit: Russell Critchley Support and training Beyond practical management...
...over 20 years. The figures show that over the past year, 5,765 hectares of new woodland were established in England. This means that woodland creation rates over the past year...
...The need for quality in hardwoods means that we need to take care to consider future management requirements where we create new broadleaved woodlands. Species choice, planting pattern and careful...
...(whips) are often the best choice for a new woodland. These young trees establish quickly and adapt to their new environment. A 40-60cm whip can often catch up with a...
Urban Forestry. What does that term actually mean? Well, it really depends on who you ask. Find the tallest building you know in any city and the urban forest is...
...of trees and plants, with negative impacts on the environment and industry. That’s why we must be prepared. What are we doing? Government has invested more than £4.5 million to...
...will continue to protect, promote and extend the sustainable and legal management of woodlands across England – using these new measures to improve our enforcement efforts. Please support their enactment....
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